Welcome to your class blog
Posted by: read210 on: January 9, 2009
This is your Reading Foundations course blog and you are very welcome to use this space to express your thoughts on matters related to the course and to share resources. Have a great semester and do not hesitate to ask questions.
25 Responses to "Welcome to your class blog"
January 17, 2009 at 4:57 pm
I know that reading is a vital part of any individual’s life, but what I learned recently is that being unable to read and write does not make an individual illiterate. There different types of literacies that can assist towards the acquisition of reading and writing.
January 17, 2009 at 10:30 pm
This is my first encounter with a reading course. After perusing the outline I realized it important to grasp the content form the text, my lecturer and this link. This course is especially useful to me because I am pursuing the Special Needs Education Degree. It is a pity all my other courses do not have this wide amount of information that is a click away.
Well done.
January 18, 2009 at 2:52 pm
From reading different texts and the links given, there are many definitions for literacy. But, all have one main idea – reading, writing, speaking, communicating, listening. This can take any form: media, print, text and so forth. Therefore, a clear definition cannot really be outlined because it can change to maintain the different forms of literacy. All suggest the ability to understand and communicate in toiday’s society.
January 18, 2009 at 7:03 pm
Thanks for good your comments, Angeline and Richard. Keep following your course and co-operating with your lecturers and you’ll find new paths of understanding opening up for yourselves. Encourage your colleagues to participate–to write a few blog entries. They may find that writing down/sharing their ideas in writing helps to clarify them.
THE TERM LITERACY has certainly changed over time. The ability to perform competently in any sphere: media, information/libraries, health, family, economics and finance etc can make one literate in that sphere–can make one competent in that area. Indeed one can acquire many literacies in a lifetime. The new technology has changed the face of literacy in the last decade or so, but basically, reading and writing remains the common denominator to all of these.
Enjoy your course.
bajoseph/co-ordinator-Reading
January 19, 2009 at 10:11 pm
Lynette Noel- READ 210 E Demo room.
Defintion of Litracy: Literacy can be defined as having the ability to read but it more so encompasses obtaining certain sub-skills which includes listening,viewing,problem solving,critical thinking etc, of varying types of text within a social or cultural context that must be relevant so that the reader can apply and communicate meaning,ideas etc in a dynamic society where knowledge and technology are constantly changing and evolving.
January 20, 2009 at 10:37 pm
Comment:
Lynette Noel- READ 210 E Demo room.
Literacy is the ability to understand (make sense of), use and evaluate (assess) a situation in any given context through reading, writing and viewing. Literacy encompasses the willingness to do these things in order to achieve a particular goal or purpose. Although the definition of literacy has evolved to allow for adaptability to a changing world, the basis of reading and writing remains constant.
FROM DENISE PHARAI: d_pharai@yahoo.com
January 20, 2009 at 10:56 pm
The above are wonderful definitions. Finding or arriving at an appropriate definition for the term–Literacy–will in itself form a major study. See the work of Daniel Wagner of the International Literacy Institute, Univ. of Pennsylvania. Context, purpose, environment and even political circumstances may also be determining factors esp. where measures of assessment are to be applied. And the new Literacies add to the amazing complexity of this term. Great work and responses so far.
But how have you all enjoyed the week?
baj/tt
January 21, 2009 at 1:11 am
I enjoyed this week’s READ 210E class. I especially appreciated the read aloud at the beginning of the session as it brings about self-reflection. This class we discussed the definition of literacy and multiliteracy and our assignment was to post our own definition of literacy. I must say that I am excited about the course work and the many wonderful things we will be learning. I am truly looking forward to next week’s class.
January 21, 2009 at 1:22 am
I agree with Ms Joseph, a definition of literacy is a major study seen through a variety of social, cultural, linguistic, political, educational and intellectual lenses (and the list goes on). I think the major factor in defining literacy is communication. As my colleagues have mentioned thus far – critical thinking, personal development in society and the changing technology influences the meaning of the term. Even though, my lecturer requested a definition of literacy…. I want to ask a probing question to all student techers. When reading and exploring the many defnitions above, I implore you to ponder on this question. Illiteracy is prominent in Trinidad and Tobago, what are you willing to do as future teachers to assist in reducing the percentage of individuals who are unable to read, listen, speak or make gestures? How far are you willing to go to help our country’s children and adults who need help in building literacy skills?
January 21, 2009 at 2:53 am
Well Angeline, its a rather interesting question you have posed there. It can be looked at from many different dimensions. Since I am pursuing Special Needs Education, my perspective took this form. I agree with you fully that illiteracy is rapidly becoming a problem in our society. Too many students in our schools at present have been passing through the general education system undetected. I would say that it is up to us as soon-to-be special educators to identify these students and empower them in an effort to curb illiteracy. Everyone has their own philsophy about literacy and illiteracy. As student teachers, what is your philsophy about literacy?
January 21, 2009 at 3:18 pm
READ 210 E: Ms. Noel Demo Room
Definition of Literacy:
Literacy is the ability to understand any text– visual, audio, video and technology, to the point where meaning is derived from the input, and a response is made, that transmits a message along the communication path, and that the message was received as it was meant to be, and not changed.
January 22, 2009 at 2:26 am
Lynette Noel Demo room
Definition of literacy: Reading ,writing and understanding printed information with the ability to solve problems using critical thinking and evaluating text in a cultural and social context may be considered Literacy.
January 22, 2009 at 6:37 pm
Literacy is the ability to understand and interpret information in various forms or mediums whether printed, electronic or otherwise, where ideas or meaning can be communicated in relevant contexts.
January 23, 2009 at 12:48 am
READ210E: Ms. Noel Demo Room
Definition of literacy:
To be literate is not only to have the ability to read and write, but it’s having the willingness to problem solve, think critically and to apply information in order to communicate more effectively, and have an overall competence in the subject matter.
January 23, 2009 at 4:12 pm
Definition of Literacy
Literacy involves a person’s ability to use language to communicate using text including written, audio and visual texts. A literate person is able to apply the skills of reading,writing, listening and speaking to facilitate effective problem solving and critical thinking in real world situations. Literacy allows individuals to function in society and is connected to a person’s personal and cultural identity.
January 23, 2009 at 9:38 pm
The term literacy means many things to many different people. Literacy is the abilty to recognize and undrstand ideas, through print, video and oral presentations. It inclues critical and effective thinking about what one see, hear,write and speak. Literay also forms an inclusive and expansive perspective to individuals in society.
READ 210E – Ms Noel (Demo Room)
January 23, 2009 at 10:02 pm
Hello all,
Look at the second blog. Do a little experiential writing/blogging–a few sentences on how you learned to read and write and understand text would be very useful. It will also make good reading. See the next blog.
bajoseph
January 25, 2009 at 3:17 am
Course: Read 210E
Lecturer: Ms. L. Noel
Re: My Understanding of Literacy:
Literacy is the ability to communicate using a wide range of media and also to understand and interpret a wide range of media in various situations at a level that enables one to function successfully in society.
January 25, 2009 at 6:24 pm
Literacy is the ability to read, write and understand. It is about being exposed to a range of information in both a cultural and social context, and the manipulation of our thoughts and imagination to use this information in critical thinking and problem solving. Literacy expands our knowledge and understanding of people, culture and society. It educates us, giving us the opportunity to develop and progress in life.
Ms. Noel (Demo Room)
January 25, 2009 at 9:32 pm
Definition of Literacy:
Literacy is the ability to read, write, and understand information to make sense of the world in culturally relevant and varied contexts.
January 25, 2009 at 9:44 pm
In response to Denise Leandra Pharai’s comment, my philosophy about literacy is, that it forms the foundation upon which all other subjects, concepts, and ideas are built. For without literacy, it is almost impossible for us to complete any task that requires reading, writing and understanding. It is therefore necessary that we (teachers-to-be) strive to help our students to develop a passion for reading and a clear understanding of the importance of literacy, so that they too can have a better appreciation of their world.
January 30, 2009 at 3:23 pm
Ms. Noel
Demo Room
Literacy is being able to read, write and understand different types of texts for example print, multimedia etc. It involves processes such as problem solving, critical thinking and research skills for communication.
February 1, 2009 at 10:23 pm
As we move into the next module of Emergent Literacy. It is clear to understand and note the importance of parents’ and teachers’ roles in the preschool years for our young children. That is, teachers and parents must be aware that oral and written language goes hand in hand and must be developed in our children through environmental print, nursery rhymes, conversations and other programs. As student teachers we need to be ready to encourage literacy in our class despite the childs’ socioecomonic status, disability or our low expectations of them. According to Kenneth Gordon (1986), teachers should accept children as natural and curious learners, recognize their special competencies and needs, find ways to serve them, and support them with patience and encouragement”. (Roe, Smith,Burns). We have to make a literate difference!
Angeline Sharla Mohan
READ 210 E – Demo Room
March 2, 2009 at 12:07 am
I agree that children are curious learners, but how do you think teachers today in our schools look upon these children who are filled with questions? Let me state my question differently, how do you think teachers react to these students? What do they (teachers) do?
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January 17, 2009 at 7:06 am
How did you spend your first week or two with Reading 210E? I think it is one of the most beautiful courses in the entire BEd. programme.
Is there a particular topic that your like or that you are looking forward to doing?
We have great lecturers: On a scale of 1- 10, I’d give them an absolute 10–without question.
Stay well and write your thoughts here on this blog.